CHORUS, ADVANCED CHORUS (SEMESTER 1 AND/OR 2)

The Berkshire Chorus sings madrigals, motets, popular arrangements, folk music of Africa, music from the Balkans, shape-note hymns of North America and much, much more. Students learn basic musicianship skills including intonation, vocal blending, diction, vocal production, breath control, and phrasing. The course emphasizes singing in a cappella style, as well as with instrumental accompaniment. Berkshire Chorus performs regularly throughout the year, both on and off campus. No musical experience is required. Placement in Advanced Chorus is by audition only.

Berkshire School is a co-ed, New England college preparatory boarding and day school offering a rigorous academic course of study. Our campus, located in Massachusetts, has state-of-the-art academic, artistic and athletic facilities on a stunning 400-acre campus in the Berkshires.